1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | 1400 | Accord |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1393 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.7:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |